For kids
Embark on a fun-filled adventure with activities designed just for kids. From interactive museums to exciting outdoor parks, there's something for every young explorer to enjoy.
Activities
Highlighted activities or attractions, such as must-visit landmarks, unique experiences, or seasonal events
Nightlife & Social Activities
The Fat Pelican
Beloved dive bar with a walk in beer cooler, a sandy courtyard, and a relaxed crowd that makes conversation easy.
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Nightlife & Social Activities
SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar
Beachside live music venue with an outdoor stage, quick service, shareable food, and a friendly crowd one block from the sand.
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Nightlife & Social Activities
Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar
Oceanfront restaurant and pier tiki bar with sunset views, easygoing service, simple coastal food, and a social crowd that gathers over the water.
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Nightlife & Social Activities
The Horton Hotel Rooftop Lounge
Boutique rooftop lounge with full downtown and campus views, balanced cocktails, and a calm social setting right on King Street.
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Nightlife & Social Activities
Boone Saloon
Downtown music bar with a real stage, a big deck, arcade games, and a beer list that supports a full night out.
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Nightlife & Social Activities
Appalachian Mountain Brewery
Creekside taproom with a covered porch, house beer and cider, and a steady social scene close to downtown Boone.
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Black Jack's Pub & Grill
Downtown neighborhood pub known for handmade burgers, wings, and drafts, with friendly table service and a central location on N Jefferson Ave.
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New River Brewing Taproom & Eatery
Local brewery restaurant pouring house beers with a straightforward menu and an easygoing room on South 3rd Avenue in downtown West Jefferson.
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Boondocks Brewing Tap Room & Restaurant
Casual taproom and restaurant with rotating house beer, a clear menu, and comfortable indoor and patio seating in downtown West Jefferson.
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Nightlife & Social Activities
Blind Elk Tap Room
A friendly downtown taproom near Sugar Mountain pouring rotating craft beers, with trivia nights, seasonal block parties, and a relaxed indoor and outdoor setup.
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Nightlife & Social Activities
Highlander’s Grill & Tavern
A reliable sports bar minutes from Sugar Mountain with wings, burgers, regional drafts, karaoke Fridays, and live music on Saturdays.
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Nightlife & Social Activities
Last Run Lounge
An upstairs apès spot inside Sugar Mountain’s base lodge with drinks, quick bites, slope views, and an easy meet-up vibe after your day on the mountain.
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